Dear Families,
This afternoon, we conducted a lockdown drill at MES as part of our commitment to ensuring the safety and preparedness of our students and staff. The purpose of this drill was to practice and refine our emergency procedures.
Be assured that this was only a drill, planned in advance with support from local safety officials, to prepare for potential emergency situations.
Teachers spent time after the drill engaging in conversations with students to emphasize the importance behind conducting safety drills. Among the key points covered:
MES is a safe place, and there are people who work every day to keep it that way.
Practicing drills is a way for us to ensure that our school community knows what to do in the event of an emergency.
When talking with your child about the drill, it might be comforting to them if you reinforce the message they heard at school. We recognize that family guidance and reassurance play an important role in helping children feel secure.
Sincerely,
Heather Pellicone
